- Pediatric CareYou might think every pediatrician is the same, but that's far from the case. According to Modern Pediatrics, there are at least 20 different sub-specializations of pediatricians, not to mention experience and other factors. If you're looking for the best pediatrician, here's what you need to know about how they differ. Types of Pediatricians When you're looking for a doctor, you always want to make [...]
- Primary CareAs your family grows, you might find yourself in a difficult situation when selecting a primary care physician. Because children get sick often and require regular check-ups, you cannot put off this choice for very long. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 4.6% of children aged 5 to 11 years old have been absent from school for 11 or more days of [...]
- Ear InfectionsAn ear infection may be treated with antibiotics. Pediatrix will ask you to return after the treatment to make sure your child has responded well to the medicine and to insure that all of the infection is gone. Some thought is being given to keep using antibiotics for the first 2 days in an ear infection.
- Emergency CareAs a parent, it is your responsibility to make sure that your children are in good health at all times. One of the main ways by which you can do this is by ensuring that they have access to the best pediatricians for checkups and consultations as well as emergency care. Note that, according to a source, younger children will catch colds more frequently than [...]
- Infectious DiseasesWhile many pediatric physicians were relieved to see respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) return to seasonally normal levels during the 2020-2021 winter, it has now become overshadowed by the formidable trio of infectious diseases: COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. This phenomenon has been dubbed the "tripledemic," and parents must understand what they can do to keep their kids safe. Cases of RSV Rising The percent of children [...]
- ImmunizationsAn immunization is the process of making a person resistant to an infectious disease. Immunizations are done to keep the general public safe and healthy. They are especially important in school settings as children are in close proximity of one another for 8 hours a day. Small children, especially, are susceptible to illnesses and infections because their immune systems do not fully develop until they [...]
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- Mental HealthYour pediatrician is an important partner in your child's early intervention. Early intervention can be provided to children who have developmental disabilities or delays, as well as physical and mental health problems. Your child's doctor can provide support and guidance while monitoring the progress of your child's development. They can also refer you to appropriate specialists and other professionals if needed. Below are some of [...]
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- Sports MedicineAmy Miceli, PA-C shares important information about staying up-to-date with back to school immunizations and sports physicals on Sonoran Living.
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